On the Move
Sports Backers
Sports Backers is a nonprofit active living organization based in Richmond, Virginia. Our mission is to get people moving and this podcast will focus on keeping people active and moving, mostly through the lens of running. We put on outdoor endurance events, host training teams year round, and have programs aimed at bringing fitness opportunities to all corners of our area. All this brings us in contact with stories and ideas that are interesting and inspiring, and we’ll share them on this podcast.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best On the Move episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to On the Move for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite On the Move episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
11/16/23 • 39 min
Last week Dr. Lisa Mitro (@dr.lisa.dpt) was a part of our Run Richmond pre-race panel. On Saturday she ran her first full marathon, and now we want the tea! Check out what she has to say about training with the Sports Backers Marathon Training Team, race day, recovery...and a couple Taylor Swift anecdotes!
Episode 34 - A Chat with Elliott Rose
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07/04/24 • 35 min
If you're a part of the running scene in Richmond chances are you've heard of Elliott, or you've seen him on a run, at a race, or in our marketing material! He's been a part of Sports Backers Marathon Training Team for over 20 years and is extremely active in all things running. We talk about how he discovered his love of running in his 40s and more!
06/20/24 • 27 min
Nan & Kam talk with Frank Finn, one of the founding members of Run Short Pump. Run Short Pump is a running group in the West End that meets twice a week. They recently celebrated 20 years together. Frank gives us the highlights and shares how you can get involved!
02/04/21 • 28 min
In this episode of the On the Move podcast from Sports Backers, experienced runner and Marathon Training Team coach Carrie Parker joins to share her advice and best practices for winter running. Whether you are working towards a goal race in the spring or trying to get started with a new activity routine, Carrie offers some great tips to keep you moving through the winter. Find out more about training teams and upcoming events at www.sportsbackers.org.
11/14/24 • 23 min
It's National Pickle Day, and we thought what better way to celebrate than with the Vice President of The Pickle Juice Company, Filip Keuppens. The Pickle Juice Company provides all of our pickle juice for the Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon. We provide a lot of pickle puns, and learn some truly jaw dropping facts about the creation of pickle juice.
07/25/24 • 29 min
We're joined by Jaide Hinds-Clark, a former women's basketball standout at the University of Richmond who now resides in Richmond with her wife (and soon to be baby!). Jaide got into running to stay in shape and be part of a community, and she soon found one in We Off The Couch. Hear about what the run club has meant to her and all the other ways she's helping to improve RVA as a whole!
Episode 20 - Michael & Mike - 10k Royalty
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03/21/24 • 52 min
We sit down with two 10k legends and superstar volunteers, Michael George and Mike Levins. Chances are if you've done a race in Richmond, these two were involved in some way. They give us the low down on the first year of the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k and how the running landscape in Richmond has changed.
02/29/24 • 33 min
One thing about the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k is it's known for having a lively course. You never know what you're going to see, but you're guaranteed to be entertained. The 10k Spirit Contest presented by The Richmond Experience is serious business. Paige Poprocky, of The Richmond Experience, joins us to talk all things contest judging and what she's looking forward to on race day.
02/01/24 • 45 min
Tiffany Copeland and Ashley White join us to talk about the exciting work our Fitness Warriors are doing to make Richmond and the Tri-Cities more active! Whether you're interested in leading fitness classes, or finding a new community to workout with, you'll have a good time learning more about the program.
Episode 48 - Operations with John Raigins
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10/17/24 • 44 min
John Raigins has been an instrumental part of Sports Backers for 20 years. He's a man behind the scenes, but his knowledge of our courses and event operations can't be beat. Hear about what his typical race day looks like, the sometimes unglamorous things he has to do at events, what goes into creating new race courses, and more.
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FAQ
How many episodes does On the Move have?
On the Move currently has 78 episodes available.
What topics does On the Move cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Virginia, Running, Wellness, Marathon, Fitness, Podcasts, Sports and Workout.
What is the most popular episode on On the Move?
The episode title 'Episode 17 - Gettin' in the 10k Spirit with Paige Poprocky' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on On the Move?
The average episode length on On the Move is 35 minutes.
How often are episodes of On the Move released?
Episodes of On the Move are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of On the Move?
The first episode of On the Move was released on Feb 4, 2021.
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